Detail from the Hunterian Psalter, Glasgow University Library MS Hunter 229 (U.3.2) circa 1170. Public domain in the US
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is seeking candidates for the position of Society Exchequer. This position reports to the SCA Corporate Treasurer.
Duties and responsibilities:
Compile the Society and its subsidiaries Domesday reports, grouped by state and kingdom, with depreciation breakout, and submission of these reports to the Corporate Treasurer and the SCA Tax Accountant;
Maintain the Kingdom Domesday report template spreadsheets and distribute them each year to the Kingdom Exchequers;
Track NMS fees;
Review quarterly reports on kingdom-level accounts;
Review kingdom and inter-kingdom financial policies to make sure they are in compliance with the Society Financial Policy and to submit revised financial policies to the Board of Directors for approval;
Review Inter-kingdom Event Financial Policies and submit to the Corporate Treasurer and the Board for approval;
Report quarterly to the Corporate Treasurer and the Board of Directors and report the meeting results to the Kingdom Exchequers;
Travel as required to support Kingdom Exchequers, including for training, book reviews, and theft investigations;
Conduct supplemental training of Kingdom Exchequers and assist the training of local exchequers;
Conduct reviews of Kingdom books and ensure Kingdoms are reporting;
Maintain the Kingdom Exchequer email list;
Maintain the SCA-Exchequer email list;
Notify Kingdom Exchequers of any changes in policy or procedure, including consulting with them to develop any necessary new policies;
Maintain the various exchequer handbooks/manuals and republish them at least every three years;
Maintain the various exchequer reporting forms and update them as needed;
Serve as subject matter expert for questions from the Kingdom Exchequers as well as the general populace;
Warrant Kingdom Exchequers and special deputies; and
Communicate with banks where necessary.
The Society Exchequer receives a stipend for their services and will receive a 1099 for tax purposes. Workload will vary but expect to put in an average of 15 hours per week.
Required for this position are dependable email access; dependable phone access; moderate Microsoft Excel proficiency; moderate Microsoft Word proficiency; and the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing, i.e. in person and via email, phone, and in written reports. Prior experience as an exchequer in the SCA is required; prior Kingdom Exchequer experience is highly desired.
Working knowledge of SCA’s accounting procedures is necessary. Individuals with accounting backgrounds or training are highly desired.
Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, together with modern and SCA qualifications, hardcopy to:
Renee Signorotti
Society for Creative Anachronism
P.O. Box 360789
Milpitas, CA 95036-0789
with courtesy copies to resumes@sca.org. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2020.
Comments are strongly encouraged and can be sent to:
SCA Inc.
Box 360789
Milpitas, CA 95036
This announcement is an official informational release by the Society for Creative Anachronism , Inc. Permission is granted to reproduce this announcement in its entirety in newsletters, websites and electronic mailing lists.
The Bavarian Herald Jörg Rügen around 1510. Public Domain in the US
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is seeking candidates for the position of Laurel Principal Sovereign of Arms (Laurel).
Laurel is the principal heraldic officer of the Society and the head of the College of Arms and is responsible for fostering the study and practice of heraldry, supervising the processing of submissions, and overseeing the heraldic activities of the Known World.
Laurel is an unpaid position, currently requiring approximately 20 hours a week. The position requires considerable tact and patience, armory and onomastic knowledge, supervisory ability, the ability to work within tight deadlines and coordinate closely with Wreath, Pelican, and other staff to produce a Laurel Letter of Acceptance and Return monthly, computer literacy and word processing skills, reliable e-mail and telephone access, and time and ability to travel.
This announcement is an official informational release by the Society for Creative Anachronism , Inc. Permission is granted to reproduce this announcement in its entirety in newsletters, websites and electronic mailing lists.
Applications for the position of Society Marshal are now being accepted. The position entails administrating the marshallate activities of the Society and coordinating the activities of the kingdom Earl Marshals. Reports are required to be filed quarterly to the Board summarizing the martial activities of the Society and of each kingdom. The Society Marshal is also responsible for holding meetings to communicate with the kingdom Earl Marshals.
The successful candidate must be well versed in administrative techniques, problem-solving, and interpersonal communications. Knowledge of marshallate policy, rules, and procedures are essential. The ability to travel is necessary, as well as having a telephone and e-mail. Knowledge of the traditions and history of the Society is required.
This announcement is an official informational release by the Society for Creative Anachronism , Inc. Permission is granted to reproduce this announcement in its entirety in newsletters, websites and electronic mailing lists.
Book of Kells, Folio 32v, Christ Enthroned. c. 800 AD
As technology marches on, many resources that were difficult — even impossible — to obtain, have been made available digitally for scholars to view and explore. Recently, Trinity College Dublin added The Book of Kells to their online digital collection.
The Book of Kells is an illustrated manuscript of the Four Gospels, in Latin. It was produced by Columban monasteries in either Ireland or Britain (or possibly with contributions from both) in approximately 800 AD. The manuscript has a fascinating history of survival over the centuries.
The Illustrations have had a major influence on the common perception of early Medieval, and especially insular Celtic, art since the first accurate reproductions were produced and published in the mid-19th century. The calligraphy has also come to represent Celtic lettering for many people. Elements and examples of both are often reproduced in SCA artwork.
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) has had different media channels for decades as the club has grown and changed. We want to continue to provide a consistent form of communication while pushing forward with new methods and channels.
As Society Social Media Officer, you will be working with the SCA Communications Team, consisting of the SCA Communications Officer and SCA President, while managing the Kingdom Social Media Officers, dedicated to distributing announcements, creating content and moderating the social media channels that the SCA uses.
Job Duties:
Develop, create and distribute Social Media content across the SCA Social media Channels.
Coordinate communication and support current SCA Social Media channels with the SCA Social Media Team
Update the SCA on the latest Social media platforms and trends
Moderate and coordinate SCA policies across official platforms with SCA Social Media Team
Regularly collaborate with Society Officers for Known World Events and Social Media Announcements
Create and gather exciting content from across the Known World to distribute on social media channels
Work closely with all Kingdom Social Media Officers to ensure all our Social media platform content follows Social Media Policies.
Develop, create and maintain new innovative improvements with the advancements of the internet and social media to the existing policies of the SCA Social Media as needed.
Job Requirements:
Experience with social media management and social media marketing efforts.
Knowledge of SCA Corpora and Kingdom Cultures
Ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams
Availability at odd hours and plugged into social media
This announcement is an official informational release by the Society for Creative Anachronism , Inc. Permission is granted to reproduce this announcement in its entirety in newsletters, websites and electronic mailing lists.
Charles was a stalwart of the Fourth Company of Calontir, aka “The Soup Kitchen”, for many years. He was a true servant of Calontir, a brother Pelican. A kind and gentle man who brought love and light to the world. He will be sorely missed.
Duchess Catalina de Arazuri remembers: “He was always kind and genuinely caring. I worked with him for countless wars. He greeted me with a smile every morning. I am very very sorry for your loss, and our loss.”
Honorable Lady Vǫlu-Ingibiǫrg says: “Charles of Westermark has long been to me an exemplar of Pelican-hood. Even with his age, he was on site early six months ago to help with Lilies setup, he and Margaret also providing lunch to others who’d come to help.
But it wasn’t only the fact of his long service to Calontir; what made Charles an example to me was his manner. At the time of his vigil for Pelican, I had just learned “Song of the Slow Hound,” Mikal the Ram’s Norse-style poem-story about service. I went into the vigil tent and offered to share it. Charles agreed, and I of course forgot the words halfway through, stumbling to a halt in confused embarrassment. “That’s alright,” he encouraged, “take your time.” After a few frantic seconds longer, I remembered the next stanza and resumed. When I finished, he game me one of his joyful smiles, the kind that let you know it was okay if you flubbed the words or your delivery was rushed, because somehow, this wonderful person understood you were trying to express your admiration.
Attached below are the instructions/template for the sock horses participants will be constructing for the Page School Equestrian Tourney at Gulf Wars in 2020.
The plan is to have the heads completed *Ahead Of Time* and *Off Site*. We are going for realistic looking heads so stuff the socks with polyfill accordingly. Colors of the socks utilized should be black, brown, grey, or white. We want to keep them similar to keep down the possible hurt feelings between kids.
Attached below are the instructions for the hobby horse heads. Final assembly will occur on site in the Equestrian area.
Also below is a finished horse head for reference.
I will provide the striped, dried saplings, foam padding, and sinew for final assembly on site.
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